Valverde relieved as Athletic claim first league win of the year over Levante | OneFootball

Valverde cut a relieved figure at San Mamés after Athletic beat Levante in La Liga.

According to El Correo, it was their first league win of the year and he framed it as three much needed points.

He highlighted Nico Serrano’s improved defensive consistency, something he had been asked to deliver.

The coach also pointed to the youngster’s growing influence going forward.

His tone was measured in the aftermath of a timely result at home.

Source: El Correo